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Full-time
2-5

Study Startup / Site Activation Specialist - Temporary position

2/8/2026

The specialist will lead the finalization of site/vendor agreements and budget negotiations to align with the study activation plan, customizing necessary country-site-specific documents. Additionally, they will coordinate all study startup activities with the local project team to ensure smooth and timely site activation processes.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

1,001-5,000 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
PSI is a leading full-service global Contract Research Organization whose key strength is predictable patient enrollment across multiple therapeutic areas. PSI is known in the industry as a CRO focused on ‘on-time project delivery’. This is achieved through investing substantial effort and MD resources into performing quality feasibility assessments that provide an accurate predictor of study timelines. PSI’s global reach allows us to run clinical trials across multiple continents, in 50+ countries around the world. PSI’s reputation is that of a 'no-nonsense'​ CRO focused on timely patient enrollment and project delivery. An exceptionally high repeat and referral business rates alongside low staff turnover are indicative of our commitment to be the best CRO in the world as measured by our clients and our employees. http://www.psi-cro.com
About the Role

Company Description

PSI is a leading Contract Research Organization with more than 30 years in the industry, offering a perfect balance between stability and innovation to both clients and employees. We focus on delivering quality and on-time services across a variety of therapeutic indications.

Job Description

Take your career to the next level and lead challenging study activation process on a country level. You will support clinical research teams and ensure PSI projects start smoothly and on time.

You will mainly: 

  • Lead finalization of site/vendor agreements and budgets negotiation to ensure alignment to the study activation plan
  • Customizes and prepare country- site-specific and vendor agreements and agreement amendments
  • Prepare and track the status of site and vendor agreements, budget negotiation, and coordinates the signature process

Additionally, you will:

  • Coordinates study startup activities with the local project team and supports all processes critical for site activation.
  • Collaborate with the project team for site activation processes
  • Assist in feasibility research and site identification
  • Collect site documents for IRB/IEC submission and/or IP-RED process
  • Identify and escalate project-specific issues as needed
  • Prepare and submit the study dossiers to sites, competent authorities, IRBs/IECs
  • Prepare IP-REDs packages
  • Support initial distribution of Investigational Product(s) and clinical study supplies to sites
  • Ensure exchange of information and documentation with investigational sites, off site facilities and vendors
  • Participate in development of site-specific startup timelines and enrolment projections and is responsible for meeting the site activation targets
  • Train and coach department staff on startup processes

 

***Note, this is a temporary position for a period of 6-10 months***

 

Qualifications

  • ​​​​College/University degree in Life Sciences or an equivalent combination of education, training & experience
  • 2+ years of full-scope Study Startup experience in the country/region
  • Full working proficiency in Hebrew and English
  • Proficiency in MS Office applications
  • Ability to negotiate and build relationships at all levels
  • Ability to plan, multitask and work in a dynamic team environment
  • Communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills
  • Attention to detail, organizational and time-management skills

Additional Information

We offer:

  • Excellent working conditions
  • Extensive training and friendly team
  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Make the right call and take your career to a whole new level. Join the company that focuses on its people and invests in their professional development and success.

Key Skills
Study StartupSite ActivationAgreement NegotiationBudget NegotiationIRB/IEC SubmissionCompetent Authorities SubmissionInvestigational Product DistributionTimeline DevelopmentEnrolment ProjectionsStaff TrainingProblem-SolvingOrganizational SkillsTime-ManagementCollaborationMultitaskingRelationship Building
Categories
Science & ResearchHealthcareAdministrative
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